Machala - Panagar, Jabalpur
Machala is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Barouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machala is 490181. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.35 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Panagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Machala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machala
According to the 2011 Census, Machala village had a total population of 220 people, including 102 males and 118 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.44%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 102 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 58 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Machala
Machala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Machala
Machala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Machala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Panagar to Machala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Machala is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Machala
Where is Machala located?
Machala village is located in Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machala?
The Gram Panchayat of Machala is Barouda.
What is the pincode of Machala?
The pincode of Machala is 483222.
What is the population of Machala?
Machala had a total population of 220, including 102 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Machala?
Machala had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machala was 63.44%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 58.59%.